Korea’s 2nd Round of Consumption Coupons – Can Foreigners Apply? Hello everyone 👋 If you’ve been living in Korea for a while, you’ve probably heard about the “consumption coupons” that the government provides to boost spending and support households. Now that the second round of coupons has been announced, a lot of foreigners are asking the same question:👉 “Am I eligible too?” Don’t worry—I’ll break it down for you step by step, so you’ll know exactly whether you can apply or not 🙌 https://www.joongang.co.kr/article/25354104 💡 What Are Consumption Coupons? Consumption coupons are part of Korea’s support measures to encourage people to spend more in everyday life—like at restaurants, markets, or cultural activities. Think of them as a small financial boost 💳✨. The first round mainly targeted Korean citizens, but in this second round, some foreigners can also apply. The key point is your visa type and whether you’re part of the national health insurance system. https://mediahub.seoul.go.kr/archives/2015650 👨👩👧 Who Can Apply as a Foreigner? Not every foreign resident is eligible, but there are some exceptions. Here’s how it works: ✅ 1. Foreigners Living with Korean Family Members If you’re registered in the same household record with Korean nationals (like your spouse or family), you might qualify. But ⚠️ simply sharing the same address isn’t enough. You also need to be: Enrolled in National Health Insurance, OR Listed as a dependent, OR Receiving medical benefits. In short, if you’re living with Korean family members and are covered under the health insurance system, you’re good to go! 👍 ✅ 2. Certain Visa Holders Some visa types automatically make foreigners eligible, as long as they’re part of the health insurance or medical benefits system: F-5 (Permanent Residents) 🏡 F-6 (Marriage Migrants) 💍 F-2-4 (Recognized Refugees) 🕊️ This reflects Korea’s idea that foreigners with a stable living foundation in society should get the same benefits as citizens. ❌ Who Is NOT Eligible? Unfortunately, not all foreigners are included. You cannot apply if: You are not enrolled in health insurance. Your visa type isn’t listed under the eligible categories. You live in Korea but do not meet the “household record + insurance” requirements. So if you’re on a short-term visa or just staying here temporarily, you won’t be able to join this program. 📝 How to Apply? If you meet the conditions above, here’s what to do: Confirm your eligibility: Check your visa status and whether you’re covered by health insurance. Apply online: Visit the website of your credit card company 💻. Or apply offline: Go to your local community center (주민센터) 🏢 and submit the application. 🎯 Final Tip for Foreign Friends Before rushing to apply, make sure to double-check your visa type and insurance enrollment. If everything matches the requirements, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefits just like Korean nationals. It’s not always easy navigating government support programs as a foreigner, but this time, there’s a good chance you might be included 🌍✨. 💬 Have you tried applying already? Or are you planning to? Share your experience in the comments—I’d love to hear how it goes! 🥰 #KoreaConsumptionCoupons #KoreaSupportProgram #KoreaCoupons #ForeignerInKorea #LifeInKorea #KoreaVisa #KoreaF5 #KoreaF6 #KoreaF24 #KoreaPermanentResident #KoreaMarriageVisa #KoreaRefugeeVisa #NationalHealthInsuranceKorea #KoreaBenefits #KoreaLifestyle #LivingInKorea #KoreaForeignerLife #KoreaGuide #KoreaTips #ExpatInKorea #KoreaCommunity #KoreaHelp #KoreaLivingInfo #KoreaGovernmentSupport #KoreaCardCoupons #KoreaMoneyTips #KoreaLifeHacks #KoreaDiscounts #KoreaSavings #KoreaForForeigners All rights reserved Stay14 Bespoke
